Touche Mitaine du Rocher des Violettes is a fresh, mineral Montlouis from the youngest vines at Rocher des Violettes. A nervy Chenin to drink young or cellar for 4-5 years
92/100 : Bettane & Desseauve
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Chateau du Hureau's Cuvée Argile is a magnificent Chenin from Saumur. This organic Loire wine develops notes of green apple, but also citrus (lime), a touch of honey with a lovely minerality. The palate is both full-bodied and straightforward, a great success!
Le Château du Hureau, located in the heart of the Saumur-Champigny appellation, brilliantly embodies the pure, heartfelt expression of Cabernet Franc. Managed by Philippe Vatan, this family estate covers 20 hectares and features meticulous vineyard management, respecting the principles of organic farming. Since taking over, Philippe Vatan has focused on revealing all the richness of this Loire terroir through precise, low-intervention vinifications, giving rise to wines of great finesse.
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Touche Mitaine du Rocher des Violettes is a fresh, mineral Montlouis from the youngest vines at Rocher des Violettes. A nervy Chenin to drink young or cellar for 4-5 years
92/100 : Bettane & Desseauve
CloseAn organic Chinon from Château de Coulaine on fruit and purity. Here, Jean has crafted a wine with length and finesse, highlighting fruit and terroir. The wine reveals blackberry notes with a licorice finish. This Château de Coulaine is a great success!
Guide des meilleurs vins de France 2025: 90/100
CloseMagnificent Menetou-Salon blanc 2023 from domaine Philippe Gilbert, both gourmand and chiseled in this elegant, straightforward vintage. Superb, beautifully mature Sauvignon. This organic white wine seduces with its aromas of fresh fruit (lemon and green apple), combined with delicate floral notes and a marked minerality. On the palate, it's lively and chiselled, with a lovely tension that gives it great freshness.
RVF : 89/100
CloseAd Libitum du domaine de la Grange Tiphaine is a fruity, gourmand red that doesn't lack substance. A great introduction to the estate's red wines!
CloseThe cuvée Les Fevettes du Château du Hureau is made from the estate's oldest vines. This Saumur-Champigny is built for ageing: it develops notes of black and red fruits, undergrowth and mushrooms. Superb substance resting on velvety tannins.
CloseThe cuvée Tuffe du Château du Hureau is a Saumur-Champigny full of fruit and gourmandise. This organic Loire wine is a model of balance and pleasure. Round and fruity, with a refreshing finish. A gourmet wine, very easy to drink, with a lovely finish.
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